For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,225 students in El Sobrante, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 565 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in El Sobrante, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in El Sobrante, CA are Olinda Elementary School, Harbour Way Elementary Community Day and Valley View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
El Sobrante, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in El Sobrante have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in El Sobrante, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Olinda Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5855 Olinda Rd.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 231-1452
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 231-1452
Grades: K-6
| 333 students
Rank: #22.
Harbour Way Elementary Community Day
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1121 Allview Ave.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 231-1438
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 231-1438
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Rank: #33.
Valley View Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3416 Maywood Dr.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 231-1455
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 231-1455
Grades: K-6
| 206 students
Rank: #44.
Invictus Academy Of Richmond
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7150 Portola Dr.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 994-0888
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 994-0888
Grades: 7-12
| 330 students
Rank: #55.
De Anza High School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5000 Valley View Rd.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 231-1440
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 231-1440
Grades: 9-12
| 1,237 students
Rank: #66.
Murphy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4350 Valley View Rd.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 231-1427
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 231-1427
Grades: K-6
| 404 students
Rank: #77.
Sheldon Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2601 May Rd.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 231-1414
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 231-1414
Grades: K-6
| 314 students
Rank: #88.
Betty Reid Soskin Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1121 Allview Ave.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 231-1447
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 231-1447
Grades: 6-8
| 401 students
El Sobrante, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Delta Continuation High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
5000 Valley View Rd.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 758-7550
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 758-7550
Grades: 9-12
| 75 students
1060 Manor Rd.
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 223-4500
El Sobrante, CA 94803
(510) 223-4500
Grades: K-6
| 206 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in El Sobrante, CA?
The top ranked public schools in El Sobrante, CA include Olinda Elementary School, Harbour Way Elementary Community Day and Valley View Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in El Sobrante?
8 public schools are located in El Sobrante.
What percentage of students in El Sobrante go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in El Sobrante are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in El Sobrante?
El Sobrante public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in El Sobrante are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in El Sobrante include: Murphy Elementary School vs. Sheldon Elementary School, Sheldon Elementary School vs. Murphy Elementary School, Valley View Elementary School vs. Murphy Elementary School
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